Gerry once went on an assignment concerning a new cell-phone program that told Perkiomen Trail users about important historic landmarks.
The best way Gerry thought of covering this photo-gallery/story was by hopping on his Marin mountain bike to ride the trails. Along the way he found breath-taking views off of Spring Mount, learned that the trail was built upon a once-major rail line, got a rare opportunity to take photos inside the Old Goshenhoppen Church and learned even more history from trail users along the way.
A friend of his, who rode with him as an amatuer photographer, later asked with a smile, "Ger, you get paid for this?"
That trip was certainly a highlight of his professional journalism career. He looks forward to also having a bit of fun while covering stories in Upper Moreland, and getting to know folks in the community who he meets along the way.
<br><b>Politics </b><br>I registered as a democrat while in college, but I firmly believe only through bipartisanship efforts can government serve the people.
<br><b>Religion</b><br>I was born a Catholic, raised as one, as well as a non-denominational Christian. Although, I don't go to church as often anymore, I do like to think that the basic goodwill values I learned as a youth are what we all strive to share with one another every day.
<b><br>Local Hot-Button Issues</b><br>From the township and civic organization meetings I've attended so far, I feel that this is a community that sincerely cares for its future and each individual resident. As I get better aquainted with people in this community, I look forward to seeing what stories they tell.
Next week, PennDOT and the State Police encourage parents to check their child's car seat, and will offer safety seat checkpoints statewide.
The Lower Providence Parks and Recreation Board discussed the possibility of charging more to non-resident users of township sports fields.
Eagle Scout candidate and Methacton High School senior Jim Donnelly has dedicated his project toward improving the Eagleville Park trail.
The boyfriend of the victim allegedly gave a ride to two women to the transportation center in Norristown, and may be suspects in the theft.
Single-lane closures and re-routed non-local traffic are expected to accompany the month-long project.
Lower Providence Township placed a memorial wreath at its Sept. 11 memorial to recognize the event’s 11th anniversary.
Lauren Kimmel will be evaluated to see if she is competent to proceed to a court hearing.
Lower Providence Police report that the homeowner sustained injuries to the left ankle and arm after a deck collapsed on Sept. 9.
Students from around the Delaware Valley participate in the Junior Achievement’s K-12 programs, including an entrepreneurial program that led Methacton students to a national competition in Washington, D.C.
Lower Providence Police report that the homeowner sustained injuries to their left ankle and arm after their deck collapsed on Sept. 9.
The theft was reported at the Pawlings Road and Route 422 trail head.
Among the items on the Lower Providence agenda will be a discussion on the 25th-Annual Fall Festival.
The theft was reported at the Pawlings Road and Route 422 trail head.
Among the projects considered on the Township’s preliminary project and grant priority list is the Moyer Landfill Superfund Site.
The contested area is found at J.P. Mascaro & Sons corporate headquarters in Audubon, which overlooks Route 422 and Valley Forge National Park.
Police say that the theft occurred by unknown persons in an overnight incident.
A Court of Common Pleas Judge overruled the Lower Providence Zoning Board - no billboards will be permitted on 422 near Valley Forge National Park.
Lower Providence Township had appealed to the courts after the zoning board gave a J.P. Mascaro & Sons subsidiary permission to put up the billboards at its headquarters in Audubon.
The Oct. 6 LPPA fundraising event will feature local radio personality and comedy legend Joe Conklin.
The contested area is found on J.P. Mascaro & Sons corporate headquarters in Audubon, which overlooks Route 422 and Valley Forge National Park.